Africa Section, School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics

Yoruba 1 A

Module Code:

155906038

Credits:

15

Year of study:

Any

Taught in:

Term 1

This is a basic introductory language acquisition module for absolute beginners in the written and spoken language; students are not assumed to have any previous knowledge of the language or its script. The module covers several basic constructions of the language, enabling students to acquire basic skills in reading, writing, comprehension and speaking. Successful students will gain the ability to read and write short simple texts, and communicate on simple everyday topics. Emphasis will be placed on good pronunciation and on the social and linguistic conventions of everyday conversation.

Students taking this as a open option are strongly encouraged to also take Yorùbá 1B - 155906039in term 2.

Objectives and learning outcomes of the module

On successful completion of this module a student will:

Gain knowledge and understanding of basic grammar

Gain knowledge and understanding of essential vocabulary

Gain knowledge and understanding of the appropriateness of basic structures and expressions in a given context

Demonstrate the ability to understand sentences and short passages in written language on certain everyday topics

Demonstrate the ability to produce sentences in written language on certain everyday topics

Demonstrate the ability to produce sentences in spoken language on certain everyday topics